English to English
incapable
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adjective (a)
- (followed by `of') lacking capacity or ability(adj.all)Example:
Incapable of carrying a tune.
He is incapable of understanding the matter.
Incapable of doing the work.
source: wordnet30 - (followed by `of') not having the temperament or inclination for(adj.all)Example:
Simply incapable of lying.
source: wordnet30 - Wanting in ability or qualification for the purpose or end in view; not large enough to contain or hold; deficient in physical strength, mental or moral power, etc.; not capable; as, incapable of holding a certain quantity of liquid; incapable of endurance, of comprehension, of perseverance, of reform, etc.(adjective)source: webster1913
noun (n)
- One who is morally or mentally weak or inefficient; an imbecile; a simpleton.(noun)source: webster1913
adjective satellite (s)
- not being susceptible to or admitting of something (usually followed by `of')(adj.all)Example:
Incapable of solution.
source: wordnet30
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